1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 792 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
